The Delhi High Court has denied bail for activist Umar Khalid, student leaders Sharjeel Imam, Khalid Saifi, Gulfisha Fatima, Meeran Haider, and four others accused in the 2020 Delhi riots conspiracy case. The court, led by Justices Navin Chawla and Shalinder Kaur, dismissed their pleas, stating that the long incarceration of the accused should not be a ground for their release pending trial. The Solicitor General argued that the accused were involved in a well-orchestrated criminal conspiracy to divide the nation on religious lines and cause national embarrassment at a global level.
Kenya Police FC dominated their first match of the CECAFA Kagame Cup, defeating Garde Cotes of Djibouti 4-0. The Kenyan champions displayed a disciplined and efficient performance, with goals from Eric Zakayo, David Simiyu, Edage Baraka Badi, and new signing Edward Omondi. With this strong start, Coach Etienne Ndayiragije's team now sets its sights on facing Tanzania's Singida Black Stars and Ethiopia's Coffee in their group matches.
U.S President, Donald Trump, made his first public appearance since rumors about his health began to swirl. At a highly anticipated press conference, Trump announced plans for a new U.S Space Command Headquarters to be built in Huntsville, Alabama, nicknamed 'Rocket City'. Amidst addressing the billion dollar project, Trump used the media Q&A session to dismiss 'fake news' about his supposed death and assert America's dominance in space against China and Russia. This decision is estimated to create over 30,000 jobs in Alabama and is expected to further strengthen American security in the 'high frontier'.
A powerful earthquake of 6.0 magnitude struck northeast Afghanistan, causing widespread devastation and loss of life. The country has a history of being prone to earthquakes, with its location on multiple fault lines where the Indian and Eurasian plates meet. The depth and magnitude of the quake also play a significant role in its destructiveness, as shallow earthquakes are usually more dangerous. This event serves as a grim reminder of the constant tectonic activity in the region and the high seismic hazard it poses.
In a major announcement, President Trump has decided to shift the headquarters of the US Space Command from Colorado to Huntsville, Alabama. The move is expected to boost the economy with the creation of 30,000 new jobs and solidify America's position as a leader in space. The decision marks the end of a long-standing rivalry between Alabama and Colorado for the headquarters and is seen as a win for national security and technological innovation.
In a bold move, the Indian government under Prime Minister Narendra Modi is set to infuse artificial intelligence into the country's judiciary system. This will lead to the implementation of "robo judges," which will assist human judges in delivering faster verdicts in routine cases such as petty crime, traffic, and land disputes. The concept has already been tested with success in countries like Estonia and China, and India has initiated a training program for district and sessions court judges on how to use AI in delivering verdicts. The goal is to use technology ethically and efficiently to improve the justice delivery system and reduce delays.
Seo Kang Joon, member of the group 5urprise, will begin his mandatory military service as an active duty soldier on November 23. The decision was announced by his agency, Man of Creation, with the actor's safety and COVID-19 prevention in mind. Fans can look forward to his upcoming projects, including the drama Grid and film Happy New Year, to be released in 2022.
Bollywood is experiencing a rollercoaster of success and failure as highly praised films like Stree dominate the box office while others, such as Paltan, Laila Majnu, and Gali Guleiyan, fail to make an impact. Despite expectations for a decent lifetime revenue, Paltan only managed to earn Rs. 7 crore in its first week, while Laila Majnu and Gali Guleiyan collected a mere Rs. 2.50 crore and Rs. 50 lakhs, respectively. This is a disappointing outcome for these films, especially considering the positive reviews they received.
As the second week of Bigg Boss 19 kicks off, viewers are in for a surprise as some of the strongest contestants are now facing the threat of eviction. This includes popular faces like Awez Darbar, Amaal Mallik, Kunickaa Sadanand, and Tanya Mittal. The drama intensifies as alliances are formed and friendships are tested in the fight for survival. Don't miss Bigg Boss 19 on OTTplay Premium, where you can watch 25+ OTT channels for only Rs 149 per month.
The Delhi High Court rejected the bail pleas of activists Umar Khalid, Sharjeel Imam, and eight others, who have been behind bars for five years in connection to the alleged conspiracy behind the 2020 riots in Delhi. The court stated that a rushed trial would be detrimental to both the accused and the State, while responding to the delay in the trial cited as one of the main reasons for bail by the accused's lawyers. The prosecution argued that it was a planned and orchestrated conspiracy by the accused to defame India on a global level, making the long incarceration of the accused's not enough grounds for bail.